Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy • Río Piedras, PR

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support nuclear power projects involving digital modernization of existing plants and the development of new nuclear plants, including small modular reactors. The role works within project teams to lead and contribute to the design, modification, and analysis of plant control systems, particularly digital upgrades. It includes technical decision-making, complex engineering problem-solving, coordination of system design, and support for project execution and client needs.

The engineer will develop digital systems designs for PLC, DCS, HSI, and networked computer systems; prepare functional requirements and technical calculations; support innovative and first-of-a-kind nuclear projects; review design documents and other engineers’ work; and coordinate with clients and equipment vendors. The position includes client meetings and site walkdowns, as well as support for station outage activities when required.

The role uses a hybrid work arrangement, with three days per week expected in the office and the option to work remotely two days per week. A relocation package may be available depending on location. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least 10 years of experience designing instrumentation and controls engineering systems in project-team environments for heavy industrial plants, with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new nuclear plants or replacements for existing nuclear plants.
• Experience providing technical support to nuclear plant projects, including design engineering, project planning, technical expertise related to testing and operations, contract specifications, project oversight, project execution, and overall direction of complex nuclear projects.
• Technical knowledge of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems used to execute systems design.
• Ability to read, speak, and write in both Spanish and English.
• U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and market high-level, complex programs for nuclear power projects relating to design, operational excellence, safety, maintenance, and project management.
• Direct technical decision-making on project teams designing, modifying, and analyzing new and existing power plant control systems, especially digital upgrades.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve a wide variety of instrumentation and controls engineering issues.
• Coordinate systems design activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Develop digital systems designs for PLC, DCS, HSI, and networked computer systems for nuclear plant systems.
• Prepare functional system requirement specifications, quality assessments, and critical digital reviews.
• Perform consulting-level work on digital IOT, innovation, and strategic first-of-a-kind projects for the nuclear industry.
• Prepare and review scaling, uncertainty, and setpoint calculations for analog and digital controls applications.
• Prepare design-input documentation for drawing production, including cable block diagrams and schematics.
• Interface with vendors and prepare and review equipment purchase specifications.
• Prepare clear, concise reports and studies that present technical information and meet client requirements.
• Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawings.
• Attend client meetings and site walkdowns to validate project scope and support client satisfaction.
• Support station outage activities as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Back-up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k).
• Pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit Scholarship Program.
• Employee discount program.
• Corporate charitable giving program.
• Tuition assistance.
• First Professional Licensure Bonus.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior